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How to Start a Security Company in Virginia in 8 Steps

Learn how to start a security company in Virginia, get licensed through DCJS, train your guards, register your business, and land your first clients in 2025.

How to Start a Security Company in Colorado: 8 Steps

Learn how to start a security company in Colorado. Discover how to get locally licensed, train your guards, register your business, and find your first clients in 2025.

How to Start a Security Company in Tennessee in 8 Steps

Learn how to start a security company in Tennessee — from licensing and training to registering your business and finding your first clients.

How To Start a Bank Security Guard Company in 2025

Learn about the licenses you need to start a bank security guard company in 2025, plus hiring tips, marketing strategies, and ways to grow your business.

How To Start a Security Company in Mississippi

Wondering how to start a security company in Mississippi? Learn how to register your business, hire and train guards, and find clients in 2025.

5 Popular CCTV Security Cameras in 2025

Different CCTV security cameras work for different clients. Discover the top 5 options for businesses, offices, homes, and large properties in 2025.

Certified Protection Officer: 2025 Training & Career Guide

Want to become a certified protection officer? Learn job duties, training required, salary outlook, and how to get certified (including prices) to prepare for success.

Security Staffing Software: Simplify Hiring & Scheduling in 2025

Security staffing software helps you fill shifts, track hours, and manage your team with less hassle. Learn how it can simplify scheduling and hiring in 2025.

Unarmed Security Guard Company: A Starter Guide for 2025

Learn what it takes to start an unarmed security guard company, including licensing, legal requirements, hiring guards, setting up operations, and finding clients.

Texas Commissioned Security Officer Rules (2025 Guide)

Learn Texas commissioned security officer rules, including licensing, training, and compliance requirements to get you started.

Armed Security Guard Salary in 2025 & How to Earn More

Armed security guard salary is around $40,000/yr in the US, depending on the state. Learn what affects pay, the highest-paying jobs, and how to earn more in 2025.

What Does a Private Patrol Operator Do? Key Duties in 2025

Want to run your own security business? Learn what a private patrol operator does, how to get licensed, and what it takes to succeed.

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Exclusive: Belfry books $12M for physical security billing and payroll

Belfry Software, a New York-based startup that provides a back-office platform for physical security providers, has raised a $12 million Series A, CEO Jordan Wallach tells Axios exclusively.

Belfry Raises $12 Million Series A to Accelerate Innovation and Growth

Belfry announces $12 million in a Series A funding round, bringing its total financing to $20 million. The investment was led by Base10 Partners with continued support from existing investors Bienville Capital and Aglaé Ventures.

Costumer Stories

Payroll Precision: How SMR Cut Errors and Unlocked Growth with Belfry

SMR Security Services eliminated payroll errors, captured missed tax credits, and unlocked multi-state growth after switching from disconnected platforms to Belfry’s all-in-one system designed specifically for security operations.

Firing a $750K Client and Saving $7,500 a Week: How Merchants Security Transformed with Belfry

Merchants Security cut overtime in half, eliminated a $750K unprofitable client, and added $1.2M in new revenue within 3 months after switching from a clunky legacy system to Belfry’s modern, mobile-first platform.

Covey Security Decreases OT from 13% to 5% with Belfry

Covey Security decreased overtime from 13% to 5%, streamlined payroll from 3 days to 1, and boosted profit margins by 5 points after switching from TrackTik and WinTeam to Belfry’s all-in-one platform.

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Compensation and Scheduling Strategies That Keep Officers on Post

Reduce Officer Turnover with Proven Compensation and Scheduling Tactics